by Carol L. Grant, Esq. | Nov 1, 2025 | Probate
Uncertainty about when probate ends can weigh on a family. In Florida, the Florida probate process moves at different speeds based on the estate, the court’s calendar, and whether anyone files objections. The sections below explain the main paths, what shapes the...
by Carol Grant | Oct 31, 2025 | Estate Planning, Probate, Will
Many Florida families worry about taxes when a parent leaves them property. Wondering what is the meaning of step-up in basis in plain English? It is a tax rule that can lower capital gains tax on inherited items like real estate or stocks by resetting the cost basis...
by Carol L. Grant, Esq. | Oct 6, 2025 | Probate
Silence during the probate process is not normal. In Florida, beneficiaries have specific inheritance rights, and those rights deserve attention from day one. Clear updates, honest accounting, and fair treatment are not favors, they are required. This article explains...
by Carol L. Grant, Esq. | Sep 15, 2025 | Probate
When a loved one dies, paperwork can feel overwhelming. Florida probate law still moves on a timeline. Families in Broward and Miami-Dade often ask one thing first: how long after death do you have to file probate in Florida? This page explains the probate process,...
by Carol L. Grant, Esq. | Sep 15, 2025 | Estate Planning, Probate
Grief takes time. Debt questions can make it harder. In Florida, the probate process sets strict rules for creditor rights and deadlines. Resolving creditor claims in Florida probate starts with notice, timing, and proof. This page explains who must be told, how to...
by Carol L. Grant, Esq. | Jul 14, 2025 | Estate Planning, Probate
Dealing with out-of-state property can be stressful, especially after losing a loved one. In Florida, this often requires ancillary probate – a separate legal process for assets located in the state. This article explains what ancillary administration is, how it...
